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Keith Olbermann has asked Michael Moore to act as a contributor on his upcoming new show for Current TV. It isn't such a big surprise since Michael was a frequent guest on Olbermann’s MSNBC show, but considering Michael's recent criticism of the Obama administration's decision to killOsama bin Laden, his appearance might generate a more negative reaction than Keith would've liked for the show just starting out.

But Michael isn't the only contributor to the show. Additionally, Keith has asked comedian Richard Lewis documentary filmmaker Ken Burns, Daily Kos founder Markos Moulitsas and Nicole D. Lamoureux, executive director of the National Association Of Free Clinics, to be regular contributors to the new Countdown.

Don't think they'll stir the pot as much as Michael, but we shall see!

Sources at MSNBC are revealing that now that Keith Olbermann has been dropped from Countdown, the network is looking to find a suitable replacement - and are attempting to secure actor Alec Baldwin for the spot!

WTF?!

The insider explains:

"He's already part of the NBC family, has a huge fan base and is very respected for his long term passions for politics."

Another source continues:

"He's brilliant on camera and honestly cares about news and fighting for the rights of everyday people. Don't count him out. There was a time when everyone said Alec would never do a sitcom, only movies. Those same people are saying he would never run for office or host a political show."

Well, he's never kept his interest in politics a secret, and has even publicly discussed his potential interest in running for office, so we think that this might actually be a good fit for him.

But if it means leaving 30 Rock behind any time soon, then we'd be devastated!

Don't do it, bb! At least finish out the series before such a huge career shift!

There are some conflicting reports, but here is what we know. Last night, an abrupt end came to Keith Olberman's MSNBC show as the network decided to end their contract with him and count last night's broadcast as his final show.

The surprise announcement was a shock for everyone who enjoys watching the station's most-watched evening anchor, especially since we were all certain they got past whatever their disagreements were three months ago, after they suspended him and rehired him and all.

Neither side has offered an explanation for their split. On the air, Keith said his goodbyes and thanked viewers. MSNBC sent out this email just before Keith signed off, saying:

"MSNB thanks Keith for his integral role in MSNBC's success and we wish him well in his future endeavors."

And that was it. The network has already found a replacement for his time slot, meaning they were ready to pull this punch before Friday night and Keith is a free agent.

Or is he? One source is reporting that Keith didn't so much part ways with the network as he got fired from it! Insiders say Comcast exces, who bought out NBC, weren't pleased with Keith's "defiance" so they kicked him out. However, if this is the case, his contract is still in effect and he'll get the rest of his salary for the next two years - around $7 million a year.

Not only that, but being still under contract, he maybe forced to go into radio silence for at least 6 months.

So, this is like a really awesome paid vacation. No offense, MSNBC, but we think you made a HUGE boo-boo with this one. Keith now has his millions and time to play with them. What do you guys have?